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Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72, CAN/ULS-S553-M86 or other appropriate
national standards for installation recommendations.
Do not locate smoke detectors at the top of peaked or gabled ceilings; the
dead air space in these locations may prevent the unit from detecting
smoke.
Avoid areas with turbulent air flow, such as near doors, fans or windows.
Rapid air movement around the detector may prevent smoke from entering
the unit.
Do not locate detectors in areas of high humidity.
Do not locate detectors in areas where the temperature rises above 38
o
(100 F) or falls below 5
Smoke detectors should always be installed in accordance with NFPA 72,
the National Fire Alarm Code. Smoke detectors should always be located
in accordance with:
• Paragraph 2-2.1.1.1 of NFPA 72, Chapter 2.:"Smoke detectors shall be
installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity
of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit,
including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics. In
new construction, a smoke detector also shall be installed in each sleeping
room."
• Paragraph 2-2.1.1.2 of NFPA 72, Chapter 2.:"Split level arrangement.
Smoke detectors are required where shown. Smoke detectors are optional
where a door is not provided between living room and recreation room."
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